Oakville, CT vs Storrs, CT

Oakville is moderately more affordable than Storrs, with a 10.4% lower cost of living index. Oakville scores 98 compared to 109 for Storrs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Storrs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oakville is $1,378/month compared to $1,612/month in Storrs — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oakville is more affordable at $253,500 median vs $304,600.

Median household income in Oakville is $89,330 compared to $33,125 in Storrs (+169.7%). Oakville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oakville spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, less than the 58.4% in Storrs. The Oakville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.